The small grove was in disarray.
Her Majesty the Empress’s dressing process was clearly not going smoothly.
For instance, there was the issue of clothing size.
The Empress’s ample bosom was reassuring.
Qin, however, was troubled, unable to find suitable clothes at the moment.
What, help wash the Empress’s long skirt?
Qin declared that he had no intention of being hunted down.
So…
It was decided, you’re the one, Big Boss.
Let’s compete with the Empress!
…
“Are you done—”
Qin Yu stood obediently beneath a tree, looking up at the sky.
Waiting was always an agonizing process.
The rustling sounds from behind invited imagination.
After all, it was the proud Empress changing her clothes.
It was impossible to say he wasn’t thinking about it.
A flash of white flickered in his mind…
“Calm down, calm down.”
Qin took a deep breath, instinctively wanting to do something to distract himself.
Perhaps pet a cat.
But clearly, Miss Fufu would not give him this opportunity.
She was currently nestled elegantly on Qin Yu’s shoulder, curled up.
Her fluffy little belly rose and fell with her breathing, making Qin Yu itch to touch it.
But he only thought about it.
“Sigh… what is all this.”
Qin Yu shook his head and sighed softly.
He wondered if the Empress’s clothes, borrowed from Big Boss, were too big or too small.
Just as he was contemplating life.
“I’m done.”
A clear, cold voice rang out, refreshing the spirit like pure ice and snow.
“Can I turn around now?”
Qin had learned his lesson and confirmed.
“…Yes.”
The Empress recalled the experience of the past few moments and took a deep breath.
She had once been proud and aloof, ruling the Tsaritsa in Snezhnaya.
But now…
After her defeat, her divine power was sealed.
Not only were the clothes ill-fitting, but she had also nearly been seen by Qin Yu.
When had she ever been treated like this?
Once her strength returned, she would definitely tie Qin Yu up and take him back to the Tsaritsa’s palace…!
Just as the Empress was secretly harboring her vengeance, Qin Yu turned around.
“—!”
The moment their eyes met, his eyes widened.
The visual impact from the Cryo Archon was simply too great.
She stood there with a serene countenance, a few water droplets still on her face, like a water lily emerging from the pond.
In the sunlight, her silver-grey hair cascaded in the wind, soft and beautiful.
“What are you looking at?”
The Empress noticed Qin Yu’s stunned gaze, and her awkward expression softened slightly.
So Qin Yu liked this kind of attire?
She placed a hand on her hip and looked down at herself.
Hmm, her view was blocked.
She instinctively turned to the side, lifted her leg high, and turned her head to look.
But clearly, Her Majesty the Empress was unaware of how devastating this unintentional gesture was.
“…Perfect.”
Qin Yu murmured.
A white shirt, a hip-skirt, paired with sheer black stockings.
The Empress, now in a form-fitting OL outfit, perfectly accentuated every alluring curve of her voluptuous figure.
Her aura was cold and beautiful, her posture breathtaking.
Especially the curve of her slender waist, which perfectly complemented the hip-skirt.
The undulating allure was the most fatal.
Further down were her raised, stocking-clad thighs, firm and full of flesh.
What a domineering CEO.
“…”
Qin Yu silently gave her a thumbs-up.
As expected of you, Cryo Archon.
Simply magnificent.
“Return to Snezhnaya with me, and I promise you can watch every day.”
The Empress snorted, crossed her arms, and her gaze was proud.
Could that woman, Ei, achieve this?
Her goal of abducting Qin Yu remained.
If such a reward could win Qin Yu’s loyalty, she was willing.
The domineering CEO vibe intensified.
“If I have the chance, I’ll visit for tourism.”
Qin Yu smiled, his expression relaxed.
He suddenly felt that getting along with the Cryo Archon like this wasn't so bad.
The proud Ice God was actually a gentle deity at heart.
“Hmph, let’s go.”
The Empress noticed Qin Yu’s gaze, and the corner of her lips curled.
The atmosphere between them eased considerably.
“Before we depart… this is needed.”
Under the Empress’s curious gaze, Qin Yu smiled and extended his hand.
Life force surged, and a cluster of flowers quickly grew.
He plucked a flower and wove it into a small floral hair tie.
“Tie your hair up. There are weeds in the forest, so you need to be careful.”
Qin Yu tossed the floral hair tie to the Empress, his gaze sweeping over her loose, long hair.
While beautiful, it wasn't suitable for walking in the forest.
With her power sealed, she needed to be more cautious.
“How do I tie it?”
The Empress held the floral hair tie, her beautiful eyes blinking.
The seemingly casually woven trinket appeared exceptionally delicate and beautiful in the sunlight.
She realized that by stopping and resting for a moment, she could discover so much beauty around her.
Her fingertips gently stroked the petals.
How much had she missed due to her past coldness?
“…”
Suddenly, the Empress turned her head.
Qin Yu had already come to her side while she was lost in thought.
Did she need his help?
“Of course. I grant you the privilege of personally serving the Tsaritsa of Snezhnaya.”
The Empress’s lips curved slightly, and she haughtily raised her chin.
Qin Yu, you will be mine sooner or later.
Until you swear your loyalty to me, this is a responsibility you must bear.
“Serving… heh.”
Qin Yu chuckled and shook his head, moving behind the Empress.
If she needed help, she should just say so, not play these games.
He took the hair tie and lifted the Empress’s soft, long hair.
He was a professional at tying hair.
But the fair skin that was inadvertently revealed, and her proud bosom, made Qin Yu pause.
It felt… smooth.
“…”
The Empress closed her eyes gently, immersing herself in the tranquility.
Suddenly, she seemed to remember something and opened her dazzling, beautiful eyes.
“Why are you so skilled?”
“This? I’ve been tying Ei’s hair recently…”
Qin Yu responded instinctively, without much thought.
It was actually Makoto who had taught him well.
But he quickly noticed the chill emanating from the Empress.
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Danger! He'd said the wrong thing!
“Let’s go, we’re going to see Ei.” kuAiδugg
The Empress snorted and grabbed Qin Yu by the collar.
Someone close to the Raiden Shogun?
If so, she would just take him.
“If we’re going, why are you grabbing me?”
Qin Yu looked at the fierce Empress and said helplessly.
Gods should be harmonious and loving!
“My shoes disintegrated earlier because I couldn’t maintain them with my divine power,” the Empress said softly, lifting a black-stockinged leg and shaking it.
“You mean, I should find you a pair of shoes?”
Qin Yu stared at her subtly raised, stocking-clad foot and was momentarily stunned.
Judging by the size, there probably weren’t any shoes that would fit.
More precise measurements might be needed by hand.
“I mean…”
The Empress stared at Qin Yu’s handsome profile, her beautiful eyes narrowing.
She wanted to re-experience the warmth of Qin Yu guarding her while she slept.
“Hold me, like you did in the air.”
“Oh… huh?”
“Hurry up!”
…
Qin had no idea what was happening.
Regardless, he found himself carrying the proud and aloof Empress of Snezhnaya once more.
Yes, a princess carry.
The black silk around the Empress’s calves felt exceptionally warm and delicate.
His arm was gently held.
It smelled good, felt soft, and was comfortable.
But something felt slightly off.
Qin’s gaze shifted to the Empress’s slightly swinging, black-stocking-clad little feet.
Was it because the Empress had changed into her OL attire?
“Do you have a game console with you?”
The Empress looked at Qin Yu’s face and suddenly asked.
“?”
They looked at each other, and the air fell silent.
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The Empress snorted.
It was fine if he didn’t; she just wanted to pass the time.
“Yes, here, take it and play.”
Qin Yu smiled, carrying her as he walked out of the forest.
He almost forgot, the gaming otaku.
“…”
The Empress, nestled in Qin Yu’s embrace, skillfully turned on the game console.
As the screen lit up, her beautiful eyes sparkled.
With warmth by her side and a game console in her hands, this feeling of security was very comforting.
“Qin Yu, walk a bit slower.”
“Okay.”
In the sunlight, their shadows merged, and they walked away.
No extra words were spoken, only an increasingly warm atmosphere.
“…”
The Empress blinked.
The game console screen reflected her stunning face.
And the outline of Qin’s chin.
A smile curved the Empress’s lips.
She gently rotated the game console screen, capturing both her and Qin’s faces within the frame.
Through the reflection on the screen, their eyes met unintentionally.
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“…”
Qin Yu blinked and slowed his pace.
He smiled and held the Empress a little tighter.
Let’s take this journey a little slower.